Guam SNAP/EBT Glitch: DPHSS says power outages delayed SNAP benefits for 79 new households; recipients should check EBT balances after 7:15 p.m. Friday as processing catches up. GovGuam IT Disruption: OTECH links a governmentwide internet outage to power problems at the Office of Technology data center’s backup battery bank, with services restored by 8:30 a.m. and no data loss. Storm Watch—Saudel: Typhoon Saudel is strengthening north of Guam; forecasters warn the Marianas’ northern islands face the worst rain and wind, with Guam’s main risk tied to rainfall. Cold War Science in Guam Reefs: NOAA researchers report coral cores preserve radiocarbon spikes tied to U.S. nuclear tests in 1954, 1956, and 1958—showing how fallout moved through the tropical Pacific. Seabed Mining Tension: Guam says it’s being shut out of formal comments on a Northern Marianas seabed lease notice and urges regulators to slow down and study risks. Invasive Species Audit: OPA finds gaps in Guam’s invasive species management—funds weren’t used to update the required management plan since 2017. Defense Buildout: The Army plans layered missile and counter-drone defenses on Guam, adding Patriot, THAAD, and drone-focused systems. Local Tech/Comms Contract: A fiber optic SONET rings upgrade contract at Naval Base Guam and Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz totals $351.34M, with work due by March 2029. UOG Education Innovation: UOG launches a College Credit for Lived Experience program offering up to 30 credits for prior work, training, and community learning.